Description
Mom’s Apricot Jammies are delicious buttery slice-and-bake cookies featuring a soft dough filled with sweet apricot jam. Perfect for holidays or tea time, these golden bars combine richness with a fruity center and a dusting of powdered sugar for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling and Garnish
- 1/2 cup apricot jam
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This will create a smooth base for your dough.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Mix in the vanilla extract to add a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor to the dough.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Ensure the dough is well combined but not overmixed.
- Shape Dough Logs: Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a log about 10 to 12 inches long and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Create Jam Groove: Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, press a shallow groove down the center of each dough log. Fill the groove generously with apricot jam, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake: Bake the logs in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. This ensures the cookies are baked through but still soft inside.
- Cool and Slice: Remove from the oven and let the logs cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. While still warm, cut them into 1-inch diagonal slices for the perfect cookie shape.
- Final Cooling and Optional Dusting: Transfer the sliced cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired for an elegant finish.
Notes
- These slice-and-serve bars are perfect for holidays or tea time.
- Swap the apricot jam with raspberry, strawberry, or fig jam for variety.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make clean-up simpler.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
